Podiatric Medicine Physician
Detroit, MI, 48201, USA
- $134,000 - $348,000 p/year
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- podiatric physician
- foot and ankle care
- podiatric medicine
The Podiatric Medicine Physician provides comprehensive foot and ankle care including examination, diagnosis, surgical and non-surgical management, and patient education. This role involves collaboration within a multidisciplinary team to deliver integrated care for lower extremity conditions in a clinic and hospital setting. Candidates must hold a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree with appropriate licensure, demonstrating compassion and clinical expertise in podiatric medicine and surgery.
About Us
A Specialty Path to Good Health
Upperline Health is the nation s largest provider dedicated to lower extremity, wound and vascular care. Founded in 2017 with the ambitious goal of changing specialty care, Upperline Health delivers a more efficient path for patients to receive consistent and effective treatment for chronic illnesses.
Triage is temporary.
Treatment is transformative.
With over 130 podiatric medical and surgical clinics in 7 states, Upperline Health providers coordinate patients care among a team of specialists podiatric physicians and surgeons, advanced practice providers, care navigators, pharmacists, dieticians, and social workers for integrated treatment that addresses patients immediate and long-term health needs.
We put patients at the center of value-based care.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
Be a pioneer for change by advancing the paradigm of how podiatric medicine and surgery is viewed across the medical landscape
Mission driven culture and innovative team transforming specialty care
Competitive compensation package with uncapped bonus structure, including a sign on bonus
Path to partnership
Competitive benefits comprehensive health, dental, vision, 401K (matching), PTO and parental leave
Medical malpractice, licensure, and board dues paid annually
CME expense allotment
Support providing relief from administrative burdens
Robust onboarding and rotational shadowing program for recent residency and fellowship graduates to effectively learn all aspects of the business operations
Mentorship from top-tier podiatric physician leaders assisting with continuous professional development
Collaborate with a supportive interdisciplinary team providing holistic care to at-risk patients
About the Podiatric Physician
Upperline Health is seeking a well-trained Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) to provide foot and ankle care in a clinic based in Detroit, Michigan.
This position will cover the entire gamut of foot and ankle medicine from the comprehensive patient examination through the surgical, non-surgical and biomechanical management of all foot and ankle conditions. The candidate must demonstrate compassion for patient needs, have great attention to detail and thrive in a collaborative environment.
As Upperline expands, this individual will be able to explore a wide range of career opportunities within the company.
Job Responsibilities
What You ll Be DoingOur DPMs provide Upperline services in a clinic setting. Staff membership at the hospital will be expected.
Assess the patients presenting lower extremity complaints, review his/her medical history, listen to the patients concerns, perform a physical examination, order the appropriate imaging or medical labs and then develop and implement a clinical plan of care
Provide care for podiatric patients including comprehensive examination, with an all-encompassing approach to all aspects of foot and ankle care including at-risk foot care, painful foot and ankle conditions, trauma, wound care and surgical management when appropriate
Provide Surgical services in the practice based on the scope, education, training and experience of the physician
Administer advice and instructions on foot care and you will also educate patients and families about general wellness care, medication usage, side effects, medical adherence and prevention.
Maintain patient medical records and medical documentation consistent with state regulations and Upperline Health standards and policy
Participate in continuing education as required by the state Board of Podiatric Medicine
Prescribe medication as permitted by the state Board of Podiatric Medicine
Other related duties as deemed necessary.
Qualifications
Experience and QualificationsDegree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine with appropriate certification and licensure is required
State license required Active license preferred or the ability to obtain within applicable timeframe
Board Qualified or Board Certified by the ABPM (American Board of Podiatric Medicine) and/or ABFAS (American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery) Forefoot and Rearfoot /or RRA
Our DPMs must have strong compassion for our patients and their families
Possession of DEA registration or eligibility required
CPR certification expected, and consistent the requirements of the state Board of Podiatric Medicine
Excellent oral and written communication skills to ensure that each of your interactions with patients, family caregivers, clinicians, and team members is effective and meaningful
We value transparency! To help you make informed decisions about your career, this position offers a competitive salary range of $134,000 - $348,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualificationsMonday-Friday
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